1st Post-Op Apt with Surgeon

Apr 01, 2010

Today was my 4 week follow-up visit with my surgeon.  I had assumed I would get my 1st fill.  However, after a very rewarding and educational chat with the doc, I was sent away without a fill.  But wait... it's because I am doing so well!  I have lost approximately 13 lbs since surgery, and another 18 lbs prior to surgery for a total weight loss of 31 lbs.  He made me feel so proud of my accomplishment! Because I am being successful at this point with just the band in place and no restriction, he wanted to continue on this path.  He explained that finding that "sweet spot" is the ultimate goal- and it is constantly changing.  So in 2 weeks, I may need a fill if my weight loss stalls.  Isn't that amazing?  Also, I learned one other amazing thing.  I asked him why I could eat soft "liquidy"  foods like pudding, soup, creamed potatoes, etc  and it seems like I could eat enormous amounts.  I have to stop myself and remind myself that 1 serving is plenty.  That is why I went in today convinced that I needed a fill.  I also told him that more solid foods (I started on soft but solid foods Sunday) like chicken and vegetables seem to be more filling and I can't eat as much.  He called the first set of foods I described as  "slider foods" because they slide down so easily.  These can be dangerous to weight loss because we tend to overeat.  He commended me for noticing the differenc,e, and being so "intune" with my body,  especially this early in my journey (he also said even long term veterans have never made that connection, and encouraged me to eat more of the 2nd set of foods I described as it is less in volume and gives better results.  I wanted to share that with everyone... so be warned of those terrible slider foods.  LOL
Also after the dietician came in, I learned one additional  thing.  As you may have surmised by now, I absolutely love learning something new, as it puts me more in control of my weight loss jouney (never felt this before).  I asked about protein drinks and supplements, as I thought I was not doing as I was suppose to by not having these as part of my diet.  Especailly since everyone has a favorite protein supplement to share....She said no!  It was much better to get the protein from food, and not supplements.  So I am doing somethng right!  WooHoo!   It was a good visit. 

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